long
Translation
long, to yearn
Examples
It was a long and difficult journey.
It was a long and difficult journey.
We waited for a long time.
We waited for a long time.
I long to see you again.
I long to see you again.
Grammar Patterns
a long ((noun)) measuring a great distance from end to end It was a long journey.
((to)) long ((for sth.)) to want something very much She longed for her home.
((to)) long ((to-inf)) to want to do something very much I long to see you again.
Similar Words
Adjective: lengthy, extended; Antonyms: short, brief. Verb: yearn, crave; Antonyms: dislike, detest
Etymology
The adjective is from Old English 'lang'. The verb 'to long' is from Old English 'langian' meaning 'to seem long, to yearn'. They are related.
Memory Tips
When you 'long' for something, the time until you get it feels very 'long'.